Bethlehem to Virginia Beach: Road Trip Guide & Distance

262.7 miles 422.8 km · straight line
318.1 miles actual route 512 km · driving distance
7h 13min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
187° S bearing direction

How far is Bethlehem from Virginia Beach?

The distance from Bethlehem to Virginia Beach is 262.7 miles (422.8 km) as the crow flies. Virginia Beach is located S of Bethlehem. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318.1 miles, taking about 7h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Bethlehem in Pennsylvania and Virginia Beach in Virginia.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bethlehem and Virginia Beach. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bethlehem to Virginia Beach

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 13min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 40min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 51min $38–$111* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Bethlehem & Virginia Beach

Quick Facts

Bethlehem
40.63°N, 75.37°W
America/New_York
109m elevation
Virginia Beach
36.85°N, 75.98°W
America/New_York
4m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 94.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM